Overview
The purpose of an article is often to inform and persuade the reader.
Articles give the reader information about a certain topic, bringing together and discussing different perspectives to provide a balanced argument which lets the reader make up their own mind about the topic.
Articles can also be used to persuade the reader that a certain viewpoint is correct. For example, articles in newspapers or magazines might express a particular viewpoint or perspective; this may be positive or negative depending on the topic.
The ways
you use language and organise your ideas when writing an article will depend on the audience and the purpose you are writing for.